Equine Health
Mary Greene, Ag. Mgr. III
19 MLK, Jr. Dr., Room 143
Atlanta, GA 30334
Tele: 404-656-3713
Fax: 404-463-2128
The Equine Health Section Field Staff with Director Mary Greene (back row).
Our equine health section is responsible for enforcing the Humane Care for Equines Act, the Equine Act of 1969, and excerpts of the Animal Protection Act. Enforcement of these laws is achieved through the inspection of equine sales, abuse complaints, stables and events. We also manage the Equine Infectious Anemia Control Program.
The equine industry is also monitored for Equine Infectious Anemia through the enforcement of the Equine Act of 1969. Regulations require a negative test within the last 12 months on all equine sold, traded, given away, or moved for change of ownership. All equine assembled for exhibitions, rodeos, trail rides, or other activities must also have a current, negative Equine Infectious Anemia test. Any equine testing positive for Equine Infectious Anemia must be quarantined at least 200 yards from all other equine, euthanized and buried, or shipped to slaughter.
The need for protecting the welfare of equine prompted the passing of the Humane Care for Equines Act in 1992, which requires that all equine are provided with adequate food and water, and are treated and cared for in a humane manner. The Act provides for inspections, impoundments, care, and disposition. Authority is granted for injunctions, restraining orders, and monetary penalties as required to achieve enforcement.
A BIG THANK YOU to Ladd's Farm Supply for hosting the first feed drive to benefit the Equine Impound Program. MAT and Courtney with the donated feed!
Large Animal Rescue Awareness Class